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Pre-Schooler Recites the Bible and George Strait During Graduation Ceremony

Danny Merrell — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:53:47 +0000

This four-year-old is not only entertaining, but extremely smart. I mean, how can you go wrong in a graduation speech, or song in this case, by quoting the Bible and George Strait.

George Strait, Keith Urban + More Added as 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers

Christina Vinson — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:39 +0000

The 2013 CMT Music Awards will be a big night in country music, boasting a terrific lineup of fan-favorite acts, including the King himself. Recently added to the mix are George Strait, Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum, making this evening a truly entertaining country music party.

Hail, Hail, The King is Born This Day in Country Music – May 18th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:08:57 +0000

1952 – George Strait is born in Poteet, Texas. The authentic cowboy becomes a voice for traditional country beginning in 1981, accruing more than 25 gold albums and membership in the Country Music Hall of Fame. 2008 – Sugarland’s “Stay” is a double-winner, claiming Single Record and Song of the Year during the 43rd [...]

George Strait Inviting Kenny Chesney on Tour in 2014?

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:43 +0000

George Strait is getting set to wrap up the 2013 leg of his two-year farewell tour in his home town of San Antonio, but he’ll be back next year — and ‘warns’ fans to expect the unexpected. In fact, fellow superstar Kenny Chesney might be involved. “We’ve got some surprises up our sleeve, so next [...]

Taylor Gets Mean This Day in Country Music – May 6th [VIDEO]

Sean Ericson — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:23:03 +0000

2011 – Taylor Swift’s “Mean” video has its world premiere on CMT. 2007 – Kenny Chesney and Brooks & Dunn wrap the two-day Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California, for an audience of 30,000. Also playing: Ricky Skaggs, Marty Stuart, Jason Aldean, Gary Allan, Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, Pat Green and Sugarland. 2006 – [...]

Finally, We Welcome The Pride of The Grand Ole Opry This Day in Country Music – May 1st (Video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:07:54 +0000

1993 – Charley Pride joins the Grand Ole Opry. 2012 – Arista releases the Carrie Underwood album “Blown Away”. 2010 – Rascal Flatts sings the national anthem before the Kentucky Derby at Louisville’s Churchill Downs. Little Big Town, Smokey Robinson and Terry Bradshaw attend the race, won by Super Saver. 2008 – George [...]

Dottie Dots The Top Spot This Day in Country Music – April 26th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:05:29 +0000

1980 – Dottie West’s “A Lesson In Leavin’” goes to #1 on the Billboard country chart. 2009 – Clint Black wins $20,000 for charity as the project manager for the winning team on an episode of NBC’s “The Celebrity Apprentice.” The task: develop a four-page advertorial for Right Guard. 2008 – Kenny Chesney’s [...]

Happy Birthday Roy This Day in Country Music – April 22nd [VIDEO]

Sean Ericson — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:00:43 +0000

1936 – Roy Orbison is born in Vernon, Texas. A 1987 addition to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, he reaches the country charts with his solo hit “You Got It” and a duet with Emmylou Harris. His songs “Crying” and “Blue Bayou” also become country hits for Don McLean and Linda Ronstadt, respectively. [...]

Hillary Scott Makes Her Debut This Day in Country Music – April 1st (Video)

Sean Ericson — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 15:00:38 +0000

1984 – Hillary Scott is born in Nashville. The daughter of Linda Davis, she becomes the female voice in Lady Antebellum, a harmony-based trio noted for such hits as “Need You Now,” “I Run To You,” “Downtown” and “American Honey”. 2012 – Miranda Lambert is a double-winner in the 47th annual Academy of Country Music [...]

The Yodel Was Born This Day in Country Music – March 20th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:00:44 +0000

1946 – Doug Green is born in Great Lakes, Illinois. He becomes Ranger Doug, of Riders In The Sky, helping preserve western music and becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry. He also joins the western-swing ensemble The Time Jumpers. 2011 – “Do not challenge the intelligence of my audience”: John Rich takes offense [...]

George Strait Announces New Album, 'Love Is Everything'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:12:54 +0000

The release date and title for George Strait's hotly-anticipated new album have been confirmed. The legendary singer's management announced via Twitter on Sunday (March 17) that he will release 'Love Is Everything' on May 14. Incredibly, it is Strait's 40th studio album.

George Strait Sells Out San Antonio Show in Less Than Six Minutes

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 05:49:21 +0000

George Strait is going out with a bang. The singer, who is retiring from active touring after he wraps the Cowboy Rides Away Tour, sold out another show at a seriously rapid clip. The gig at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, scheduled for June 1, sold out in six minutes, moving 72,000 tickets. Demand for Strait remains sky high!

The Birth of a Country Legend This Day in Country Music – March 7th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:41:07 +0000

1971 – Gilley’s nightclub opens in Pasadena, Texas. Named for part-owner Mickey Gilley, the home of the mechanical bull provides the inspiration for the 1980 movie “Urban Cowboy,” which results in a short-term country trend. Here is some of what made Gilley’s famous. 2011 – Big Machine releases Taylor Swift’s “Mean” to radio. 2010 [...]

George Strait Farewell Show Contest Winner Announced

Townsquare Media — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:01:05 +0000

Congratulations to Jim Reinhard! He’s the winner of our trip to San Antonio to see the grand finale of the “Cowboy Rides Away” farewell tour with George Strait. Jim and a guest will not only get to see the once-in-a-lifetime concert, but they’ve also won all of George Strait’s albums on CD and $500 to [...]

Country Music Has "One On The Way" – February 5th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:12:46 +0000

1972 – “Gee, I hope it ain’t twins again”: Loretta Lynn has a #1 country single in Billboard with “One’s On The Way”. 2012 – Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert sing “America, The Beautiful” and Kelly Clarkson does the national anthem before the Super Bowl at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The New York Giants [...]

Country & Rock Crossroads Superbowl Style This Day in Country Music – February 4th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:33:34 +0000

2010 – Carrie Underwood and Steven Tyler team up for a Super Bowl-themed live edition of “CMT Crossroads” from Indianapolis. The set list includes her songs “Just A Dream,” “Undo It” and “Before He Cheats”. 2010 – Brad Paisley’s single “Online” goes gold. 2008 – MCA releases the George Strait single “I Saw God [...]

The Downfall of Mindy McCready Continues This Day in Country Music – January 14th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 15:52:28 +0000

2010 – Mindy McCready suffers a seizure on camera at the close of the season’s second episode of “Celebrity Rehab” on VH1. 2009 – Billy Currington earns a gold single for the Luke Bryan-penned “Good Directions”. 2006 – “She Let Herself Go” goes to #1 on the Billboard country chart for George Strait. [...]

See George Strait Live at His Farewell Show in San Antonio

Townsquare Media — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:45:51 +0000

This is the concert George Strait has prepared his entire career for – a stop in his hometown of San Antonio for the grand finale of his “Cowboy Rides Away" farewell tour.

Now, we're giving you the chance to fly to San Antonio to attend the concert with one guest. We'll also give you all of George Straits albums on CD and $500 to blow in San Antonio.

CDB Plays a Mean Fiddle This Day in Country Music – December 28th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:32:28 +0000

2009 – Charlie Daniels plays a “mean fiddle” as a GEICO insurance commercial makes its television debut. 2010 – Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have a daughter, Faith Margaret Kidman Urban, born through a surrogate mother at Nashville’s Centennial Medical Center. 2002 – It’s a happy moment for George Strait: “She’ll Leave You With [...]

Willie Shot at County Line This Day in Country Music – December 26th (video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 16:06:40 +0000

2001 – Willie Nelson and Lee Ann Womack shoot the video to “Mendocino County Line” in Austin, Texas. 2007 – Capitol releases Trace Adkins’ “You’re Gonna Miss This” to radio. 1996 – Johnny Cash is hailed on CBS-TV’s “The Kennedy Center Honors,” featuring Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson and Lyle Lovett. 1992 – Vince [...]